Dutch Planes in Papua
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and T.N.G.
To Assist in Oil Search
AUSTRALIAN Federal authorities have approved of the introduction into Papua and New Guinea, by Dutch interests (the K.N.1.L.M.), of three aero planes—two Douglas Amphibians and one Fokker aeroplane—for charter work for the companies seeking oil in the Territories.
The planes are to operate in the Ter ritories as visiting aircraft, and the ap proval that has been given covers the use of the machines for purposes of aer ial photography and for air transport operations directly associated with the exploration work of the companies that are prospecting for petroleum. But they are not to be used in any other air transport or commercial activities.
The approval in the case of the Fokker is for its use in the Territories for a per iod not exceeding 12 months and, in the case of the Douglas Amphibians, for a period not exceeding two years. If neces sary the periods may be extended, if the merits of the case warrant such a course.